Description
This Vegan Ricotta features creamy slivered almonds blended with lemon juice and spices. A quick and healthy addition to your favorite dishes like lasagna or toast, it’s an irresistible alternative to traditional ricotta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw slivered almonds
- 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon lemon juice (+/-)
- pinch to ¾ teaspoon sea salt (+/-) *
- pinch garlic powder (+/-)
- ½ cup + 1 teaspoon water (+/-)
Instructions
- Soak the raw slivered almonds in boiling water for 20 minutes, then drain and place them in a high-speed blender.
- Combine the soaked almonds with the remaining ingredients in the blender. Start on a low speed, gradually increasing to high until smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed during blending.
- Transfer the ricotta to a glass container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Serve in various dishes like lasagna, stuffed shells, or spread on toast.
Notes
Adjust the lemon juice and seasonings to taste for preferred flavor.
Keep refrigerated for up to 5 days for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg